The Fodderstacks, 4,200 feet granite peaks outside Highlands, have been preserved for future generations. The Nature Conservancy purchased the tract on which they are located for inclusion in the Chattooga Watershed protection program.

Meredythe Holmes is one of those persons able to pursue cherished interests: being of service to people through teaching; as president of Monarch Temporary Services, headquartered in Durham; and being an arts volunteer.

For years Raleigh was known primarily as the seat of state government. Now the city is emerging as a major center of business in the state through commercial and industrial growth and development, expansion, and relocation.

James B. Hunt, Jr. is the first person to serve four terms as governor. During the next four years he plans a vigorous pursuit of a 10-point plan that includes statewide expansion of Smart Start, raising teacher pay, and reducing pollution.